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The Swiss House of Representatives has taken a step towards partially banning tobacco advertising in print media. On Monday, the lower house of parliament endorsed restrictions on tobacco advertising, with some relaxations, after initially rejecting the initiative.

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The government of the Swiss canton of Basel-Stadt has rejected a proposal to ban the sale of disposable vapes, despite sympathizing with the measure’s intentions. In a statement released on Tuesday, the cantonal executive said that a motion put forward in the Great Council (the canton’s parliament) would violate “higher-ranking law” and is therefore inadmissible.

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Following in the footsteps of Jura and Valais, the canton of Geneva may soon ban the sale of disposable e-cigarettes, commonly known as “vapes”, “puffs.” Two members of the Grand Council, Louise Trottet (Green Party) and Raphaël Dunand (Libertés et Justice Sociale), have introduced a bill on Saturday to prohibit these products.

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Electronic cigarettes are set to face taxation in Switzerland following the approval of the Federal Council’s plan by the Council of States and the National Council. While the tax on e-cigarettes will not be as high as that on traditional cigarettes, it aims to generate revenue for the Federation. This article explores the details of the tax plan, its implications, and the different perspectives surrounding it.

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